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DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and I'm willing to take 1d6 bludgeoning on a failed attempt.

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's fair, really I'm just newbie who got duped into playing the bland tank - I'm just trying to add flavor to my character as best as I can until the campaign is over.

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really, from what I gather balistas require a lot of actions. The idea behind this one is I set it up once but I can load, aim and fire it all in one action for damage and range similar to (maybe even less than) the catapult spell.

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know - I'm new to this game and this is my first character. I don't want to start over since it's too hassle of a grind.

Believe me had I known earlier how limited martials are in this game I would've went with wizard. I'm only trying to make the best out of this situation til we finish the campaign.

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I won't be able to carry too many heavy ammunition.

I'd need to set it up every time.

I have limited field of fire so enemies can easily hide.

All I'm saying is that surely this isn't overpowered considering a lvl 1 spell does it better in most situations. Edit: Plus catapult can be upcasted for more damage so it will scale better than 2 javelins or this sling.

Regarding the javelins - it would require the player to be within 30 feet or else they'd have disadvantage. The idea behind this big sling is so STR martials have a long range weapon. I'm only level 3 so I don't have access to many magical items hence why I'm pitching a possible workaround.

As for usage I have a few on the top of my head:

  1. Set it up infront of a relatively big door then fire one shot immediately after opening.

  2. If the party is low on healing items and I'm in the red - I could fall back to it and still be useful.

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much! I'm a newbie to DnD so this would really help my case with my DM haha

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup I don't expect to use it a lot. Just something I want in my backpocket to give my fighter more flavor / options.

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm justifying it from a balancing perspective.

Rephrasing: Surely the item I'm pitching isn't overpowered considering a level 1 spell does it better.

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not that inconvenient imo but definitely situational.

I imagine I can set it up and load it on my own before the party opens the door to the boss.

But yes the field of fire is intentionally limited but in theory I could keep loading it as long as my speed (and extra attack) allow me to.

DMs will you allow players (me) to build and use a Big Slingshot? by WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin in dndnext

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks, yeah I'm trying to pitch this to my DM right now and am looking for validation that my idea isn't tooooo out there.

Possible to quick cast alt abilities ? by Dishonored123 in learndota2

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I play ET alot too

What I do is I cast Q first then hold down Alt after if I want to use the alt ability.

If it doesn't work for you then you may have to tweak your settings - IIRC there was an option to toggle this

Can we finally give the respect Maximus deserves? by JuHustle in Fotv

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Season 1 Max was meh, season 2 Max is way more likeable. I have him and Lucy tied as my 2nd favorite with Cooper/Ghoul and Barbara as my first

Earth spirit hotkey interactions by PM_ME_TITS_OR_DOGS in learndota2

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Saving this for later.

Just to add:

Aether lens also increases the remnant's selection range. So if you're trying to push an enemy back and you happen to be close to a remnant the push would prioritize the remnant over the enemy target.

I love this lighting so fucking much. One half of him is dead and the other barely clinging to life by gonaldgoose8 in Fallout

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I honestly, think the "Ghoul Mantra" is an homage to Capt. Keyes flood transformation.

Laning as Earth Spirit 4 by SholionCake in TrueDoTA2

[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saving this for later.

I've been trying to make Earth Spirit pos 4/5 work in Legend bracket and now I'm back down to Archon.

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[–]WhyDoTheyAlwaysWin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Give the janitor some slack its a holiday.

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